Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments

A portrait of London as it sat poised and hopeful on the verge of a new century whilst recovering from the ravages of fire, plague and revolution. 35-50 b/w illus.

Synopsis

London in 1700 was recovering from the ravages of fire, plague and revolution. Using anecdotes, detail and amusing contrasts, this text draws on court records, newspapers and recorded eyewitness accounts to re-create London at this unique time.